CVE-2018-12068 : Security Advisory and Response

Target Coin (TGT) smart contract implementation vulnerability known as the "tradeTrap" problem.

Understanding CVE-2018-12068

A vulnerability in the sell function of the Target Coin (TGT) smart contract could lead to financial harm for sellers.

What is CVE-2018-12068?

The smart contract implementation for Target Coin (TGT) has a sell function with a potential loophole, known as the "tradeTrap" problem, that could be exploited to cause financial harm to sellers.

The Impact of CVE-2018-12068

Sellers are at risk of financial harm due to a loophole in the sell function of the Target Coin (TGT) smart contract.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-12068

The technical aspects of the vulnerability in the Target Coin (TGT) smart contract.

Vulnerability Description

The sell function of the Target Coin (TGT) smart contract allows for a potential trap that could result in financial damage to sellers due to an overflow issue during multiplication.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability arises from the multiplication of the argument amount and a variable called sellPrice, creating an overflow that can be exploited by malicious actors.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2018-12068.

Immediate Steps to Take

Sellers should be cautious and aware of the vulnerability in the sell function of the Target Coin (TGT) smart contract.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and update smart contracts to address potential vulnerabilities.
Implement secure coding practices to prevent similar issues in the future.

Patching and Updates

Developers should patch the sell function of the Target Coin (TGT) smart contract to fix the loophole and prevent financial harm to sellers.